If you have ever suffered from tooth loss then you will clearly understand the impact that this can have on your mouth and the ways you need to use it within your daily life. There are many factors and reasons that may have led you to lose one or more teeth which could include one of the following:
Gum disease is a bacterial infection that can affect your gums and the supporting tissues around your teeth. If left untreated, gum disease can lead to tooth loss.
Tooth decay is a process that causes the breakdown of your tooth enamel. If left untreated, tooth decay can lead to cavities, which could eventually lead to tooth loss.
Trauma to your teeth, such as from a fall or a sports injury, can cause tooth loss.
Developmental problems; some people are born with teeth that are misaligned or that do not have enough room to grow properly. This can lead to tooth loss.
When you lose a tooth or several teeth you may find yourself searching for a way to replace your missing teeth and may be looking to do so in a way that offers you a solution that is fixed in place and feels natural to you, after all this will help to recreate the feeling of the teeth you have lost.
At Farnham Road Dental Practice we can help our patients to regain their missing teeth with hard-wearing dental implants Guildford, which allows us to offer our patients a tooth loss solution that offers replacement teeth that feel comfortable and natural as well as look great while smiling at others.
Your treatment
Dental implant Guildford is a treatment that involves placing a titanium screw into your jawbone to replace a missing tooth root. The screw is then used to support a crown, bridge, or denture. The first step in dental implant treatment is to have a consultation with your dentist. During the consultation, your dentist will assess your oral health and determine if you are a good candidate for treatment. They will also discuss the costs and risks of dental implants with you.
If you decide to proceed with treatment, the next step is to have the base screw placed in the correct area of your mouth. This is a surgical procedure that is performed under local anaesthesia. During the procedure, your dentist will make a small incision in the gum and then drill a hole in the jawbone. The titanium screw is then placed in the hole and allowed to heal.
The healing process typically takes about six weeks. Once your gum and jawbone have fully healed, the next step is to have the abutment placed. The abutment is a small post that is attached to the tip of the inserted screw. The crown, bridge, or denture is then attached to the abutment.
The final step in your treatment is to have the crown, bridge, or denture fitted. This is a non-surgical procedure that is performed in the dentist’s office. During the procedure, your dentist will adjust the crown, bridge, or denture to ensure that it fits properly and is comfortable to wear.
Finding out more
Should you wish to find out more about replacing your missing teeth with dental implants Guildford, then feel free to contact us to find out all the details you may need about this treatment.
At Farnham Road Dental Practice our aim is to promote good dental health at all times and as such we recommend regular check-ups, which will help diagnose problems.